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Convert EST to PHT Time - Free Time Zone Converter

Convert Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Philippine Time (PHT, UTC+8) for regional business calls. Free converter with real-time conversion, meeting time planner, and business hours comparison for EST to PHT coordination. Includes 24-hour conversion table and live time displays. Perfect for international scheduling and global team collaboration. Works on all devices with accurate, reliable results.

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EST
Eastern Standard Time
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PHT
Philippine Time
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EST to PHT Time Zone Difference

Philippine Time is 13 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time

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24-Hour EST to PHT Conversion Chart

Complete hourly conversion for Eastern Standard Time to Philippine Time

12:00 AM
EST
1:00 PM
PHT
00:00 13:00
1:00 AM
EST
2:00 PM
PHT
01:00 14:00
2:00 AM
EST
3:00 PM
PHT
02:00 15:00
3:00 AM
EST
4:00 PM
PHT
03:00 16:00
4:00 AM
EST
5:00 PM
PHT
04:00 17:00
5:00 AM
EST
6:00 PM
PHT
05:00 18:00
6:00 AM
EST
7:00 PM
PHT
06:00 19:00
7:00 AM
EST
8:00 PM
PHT
07:00 20:00
8:00 AM
EST
9:00 PM
PHT
08:00 21:00
9:00 AM
EST
10:00 PM
PHT
09:00 22:00
10:00 AM
EST
11:00 PM
PHT
10:00 23:00
11:00 AM
EST
12:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
11:00 00:00
12:00 PM
EST
1:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
12:00 01:00
1:00 PM
EST
2:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
13:00 02:00
2:00 PM
EST
3:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
14:00 03:00
3:00 PM
EST
4:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
15:00 04:00
4:00 PM
EST
5:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
16:00 05:00
5:00 PM
EST
6:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
17:00 06:00
6:00 PM
EST
7:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
18:00 07:00
7:00 PM
EST
8:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
19:00 08:00
8:00 PM
EST
9:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
20:00 09:00
9:00 PM
EST
10:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
21:00 10:00
10:00 PM
EST
11:00 AM
PHT
(next day)
22:00 11:00
11:00 PM
EST
12:00 PM
PHT
(next day)
23:00 12:00

Best Meeting Times between Eastern Standard Time and Philippine Time

Optimal hours for calls between EST and PHT

Compromise times recommended
7:00 AM EST → 8:00 PM PHT
Early Hours
8:00 AM EST → 9:00 PM PHT
Early Hours
6:00 PM EST → 7:00 AM (next day) PHT
Evening

Based on standard business hours (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) in each time zone

Time Zone Details

Technical information for both time zones

EST

Eastern Standard Time

Source timezone

UTC Offset -5.0 hours
Abbreviation EST
Type Standard Time
Status Active
PHT

Philippine Time

Target timezone

UTC Offset 8.0 hours
Abbreviation PHT
Type Standard Time
Status Active

Convert EST to PHT Time - Free Time Zone Converter - FAQs

How many hours ahead is PHT from EST?

Philippine Time (PHT) is 13 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (EST). When it's 9:00 AM EST in New York, it's already 10:00 PM PHT in Manila, creating the perfect "follow-the-sun" advantage for Filipino teams. In contrast, American teams operate 24/7, allowing for uninterrupted business operations.

What time is it in Manila when it's 2 PM in New York?

When it's 2:00 PM EST in New York, it's 3:00 AM PHT the next day in Manila during US winter months. This dramatic time difference makes the Philippines the ideal location for overnight support, data processing, and back-office operations that need to be completed while American businesses are closed.

What time is it in New York when it's 9 AM in Manila?

When it's 9:00 AM PHT in Manila, it's 8:00 PM EST the previous day in New York during winter. This timing allows Filipino morning teams to pick up work exactly where American evening teams left off, creating seamless handoff workflows that maximize productivity across both time zones.

Which US cities use EST and when does it switch to EDT?

EST is used in New York, Miami, Boston, Atlanta, and Washington, DC from November to March, switching to EDT (12 hours behind PHT) from March to November. During EDT season, the time difference reduces to 12 hours, making communication slightly easier but still maintaining the night-shift advantage for Philippine operations.

Do US Eastern and Philippine business hours overlap at all?

Business hour overlap is virtually non-existent with EST! US Eastern hours (9 AM-5 PM EST) align with Philippine midnight-to-morning hours (10 PM-6 AM PHT), creating zero practical overlap for meetings but perfect conditions for 24/7 customer support, night-shift BPO operations, and round-the-clock business continuity.

Why is EST to PHT conversion crucial for BPO and outsourcing success?

The 13-hour time difference transforms the Philippines into America's "night shift headquarters," where Filipino teams handle customer support, data entry, and administrative tasks while US businesses are asleep. This time zone advantage has made the Philippines the world's BPO capital, enabling 24/7 operations with cost savings up to 70% compared to US-based staffing.

When can US Eastern companies communicate with Philippine teams?

The optimal communication window for EST businesses is 6:30-8:30 AM EST (7:30-9:30 PM PHT), allowing US early morning calls to connect with Philippine evening teams. This narrow 2-hour window requires precise scheduling but enables critical project handoffs, training sessions, and urgent communications between both regions.

What makes EST to PHT the perfect time zone combination for 24/7 business?

The 13-hour EST to PHT difference creates the ultimate "business relay race" where Philippine teams start their workday exactly when American teams end theirs. This natural handoff enables continuous productivity, overnight customer support, and seamless project workflows that never stop, making it the gold standard for global business operations.

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